Benjamin Dearborn
1304 Magnolia Ave, San Jose,CA
Summary
A highly motivated and results-driven fire service professional with 20 years of progressively responsible experience, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to the department's mission and the safety of the community of San Jose. Possessing an extensive skill set in emergency operations, team leadership, and tactical incident command, I am eager to step into the role of San Jose Fire Captain in order to drive continuous improvement, mentor future leaders, and further expand my technical and command expertise.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
San Jose Fire Department
10.2012 - Current
- Six years as a member of the San Jose Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team
- Ten years as a member of the San Jose Fire Department Wildland Cadre
- Ten years as a RT-130 Instructor
- Created the 2023 RT-130 Training Curriculum
- Restarted the Station Five children's Christmas gift delivery
- Member of the San Jose Fire Department Outreach and Recruitment Team
- Higher Class hours
Firefighter
CAL Fire
05.2008 - 10.2012
- Seasonal Firefighter
- Graduated Company Officer Academy, Ione, CA 2012
- Promoted to Company Officer in 2012
Wildland Firefighter
USDA Forest Service
05.2003 - 12.2007
- Hotshot Crews, Helitack, and Engines
- Promoted to Engineer in 2006
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
UC Davis
Davis, CA06-2001
Awards
- Class B Valor Award, 2016
- Class C Meritorious Service Award, 2022
Timeline
Firefighter
San Jose Fire Department
10.2012 - Current
Firefighter
CAL Fire
05.2008 - 10.2012
Wildland Firefighter
USDA Forest Service
05.2003 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
UC Davis